Laboratory Assistant, Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Research

Binghamton University is a premier publicR1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character -shaped by our mission outstanding academics facilities and community life -promotes extraordinary student success research and service; Binghamton University is where our students faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than abouthaving a great job -it isabout having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamtons collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence education innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics distinguished faculty who value cutting-edgeand community-engaged research teaching and serviceexceptional staff and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18000 students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology insight intellectual exploration and community service.

We are an affirmativeaction/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with this commitment we welcome all to apply including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Budget Title: Instructional Support Assistant (SL-1)

Salary: $45372 (full-time temporary)

The Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Research Laboratory at Binghamton University (PI: Sung-Joo Lim; is seeking candidates for a laboratory assistant position. Our research focuses on understanding the interaction between perception and cognition with a specific interest in the cognitive and brain mechanisms underlying speech and language processing. We utilize a variety of approaches including multimodal neuroimaging (EEG and fMRI) behavioral methods and modeling techniques to study perceptual and cognitive flexibility across multiple timescales e.g. rapid changes to accommodate diverse listening environments to achieve efficient speech communication as well as the long-term development of expertise with sounds like speech.

Responsibilities:

• The laboratory assistant will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the lab; implementing and conducting behavioral and neuroimaging studies (e.g. MRI and EEG);data analysis; and performing administrative duties including coordinating IRBs and other research documentation purchasing materials managing lab equipment and managing participant scheduling and recruitment.
• The laboratory assistant will also have the opportunity to develop their own research projects; collaborate on publications; attend conferences; participate in research seminars and reading groups; teach and supervising undergraduate researchers.
• This position is ideal for individuals who are interested in gaining additional research experience before pursuing a doctorate degree in the fields of psychology cognitive neuroscience or communication sciences and disorders.

• Bachelors degree in psychology neuroscience cognitive science speech/hearing sciences linguistics computer science biomedical engineering or related field
• Strong quantitative organizational interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be self-motivated mature and have the ability to interact with human subjects across a wide age range
• Ability to multitask between academic and administrative responsibilities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

• Research experience in cognitive psychology speech communication or neuroimaging labs
• Strong quantitative skills including programming experience working with diverse scientific software (MATLAB Python R Linux FSL/AFNI/SPM FreeSurfer etc.)

Visasponsorshipis not available for this position. If you currently needsponsorshipor will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization you do not meet eligibility requirements.Additionally please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials

BinghamtonUniversity is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161 no State entity as defined by the Executive Order is permitted to ask or mandate in any form that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation or any prior compensation history until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time please contact the Governors Office of Employee Relations ator via email

Payroll informationcan be found on our website letters may be addressed To the Search Committee.

Postings active on the website accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program please visit:
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age race color religion disability national origin gender identity or expression sexual orientation veteran or military service member status marital status domestic violence victim status genetic predisposition or carrier status or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR as well as the Universitys complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be foundhere.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process contact the ADA Coordinator by completing theReasonable Accommodation Request Form.

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: for Internal Applicants:July 2 2026

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Curriculum vitae (include your GPA and relevant course work)
2. Cover letter describing your major achievements technical skills long-term career goals and how your interests align with the lab and this position
3. Contact information for three professional references (names phone numbers and e-mail addresses).

You may add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. After you fill out your contact information you will be directed to the upload page. Please login to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents: Experience:

Junior IC